Benjamin Moore → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Benjamin Moore Vapor Trails 1556
The closest Backdrop colour is ITALIAN PLASTER (ITALIAN PLASTER), at ΔE 2.85 — very close.
ITALIAN PLASTER is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 2.85 it is a near miss rather than a match. Expect a visible difference where the two meet — on adjoining walls, or against existing trim.
Why people switch between Benjamin Moore and Backdrop
Most people comparing Benjamin Moore to Backdrop are not shopping for a new colour. They have already chosen one, and then hit a price difference or a painter who buys from a single supplier. The question is what goes on the wall instead.
How close ITALIAN PLASTER really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.85very close
- LRV
- 60.67Benjamin Moore is 61.41
- Hex
- #CCCDC8#CFD0C5 in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 0.7 points lower.
Sampled from manufacturer image — treat the swatch above as indicative and confirm against a physical sample.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if ITALIAN PLASTER is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- MOJAVE GATHERING MOJAVE GATHERINGΔE 3.35 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.5 points lower.
- RITUAL UNIONS RITUAL UNIONSΔE 4.16 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.5 points higher.
- ROAD TO TODOS SANTOS ROAD TO TODOS SANTOSΔE 4.39 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 10.1 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
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